ElderTreks offers 43 trips/accommodations
The Grand South-East Asia Adventure - Thailand, Burma, Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia
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The Grand South-East Asia Adventure - Thailand, Burma, Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia
Bangkok Airport Thailand
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32 Days • from $8,295* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) The land of a thousand smiles, ancient temples, five UNESCO World Heritage Sites, exotic and welcoming cultures, hilltribe villages, colorful markets and stunning scenery: ElderTreks’ Grand Southeast Asia Adventure offers the best of Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Laos and Burma.Our journey begins in Bangkok, the capital of Thailand. Marvel at the amazing Grand Palace complex and the Temple of Dawn before taking a long-tail boat ride on the back canals of the Chao Phrya River. Fly to Siem Reap, Cambodia to… more |
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Papua New Guinea - A Tribal Odyssey
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Papua New Guinea - A Tribal Odyssey
Port Moresby Airport, Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea
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21 Days • from $11,495* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) Papua New Guinea is like no other place on earth — culturally rich and geographically remote, with some of the most stunning scenery anywhere.From the rugged mountains to the coastal islands, this journey is an adventure of a lifetime. We meet and learn about some of the tribal people of this land including the Asaro Mudmen, the Wahgi, the Simbu, the Kaguel and the fascinating Trobriand Islanders. Our adventure includes many village visits so that we can really meet the… more |
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Laos - Along The Mythical Mekong
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Laos - Along The Mythical Mekong
Bangkok Airport Thailand
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16 Days • from $4,895* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) Experience the ancient traditions of a welcoming culture. The culture and traditions of Laos are the least changed among Southeast Asian countries and make it a mecca for those searching for a truly exotic adventure. Here, you will find ancient temples, exquisite scenery, an eventful history and exotic cuisine, all within the warm embrace of a welcoming people.We begin in Bangkok, Thailand and travel north to Chiang Rai, then on to the Golden Triangle. A two-day Mekong River journey takes… more |
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Classic Turkey - East Meets West at the Crossroads of History
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Classic Turkey - East Meets West at the Crossroads of History
Airport near Istanbul, Turkey
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21 Days • from $5,995* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) Turkey, the fabled land that joins the familiar West with the mystery of the East, is a prime destination for the adventure traveler. The history and legend of Turkey presents an eclectic mix of new and ancient in the warmth of an open and welcoming culture.Our adventure begins in Istanbul, the great city that links Europe to Asia across the Bosphorus. Istanbul was once the capital of the “civilized” world in the early days of Christendom and continues to be… more |
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Yunnan - Adventures in Tribal China
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Yunnan - Adventures in Tribal China
Kunming Airport, near Yunnan, China
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15 Days • from $3,495* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) In the 13th century, Marco Polo wrote of Kunming and Yunnan: “The capital city named Yachi is very great and noble. In it are found merchants and artisans with a mixed population of idolaters, Nestorian Christians, and Saracens or Mohametans. The land is fertile in rice and wheat...”Yunnan’s diversity of natural wonders includes Himalayan peaks, fertile valleys, tropical rainforests, tranquil lakes and thundering rivers. The snow-capped mountains and glaciers feed two of the world’s great rivers, the Mekong and the… more |
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Borneo - Into The Heart of The Rainforest
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Borneo - Into The Heart of The Rainforest
Kuching Airport Kuching Sarawak Malaysia
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18 Days • from $4,795* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) The jungles of Borneo have evolved over 100 million years. They are the oldest on earth and provide a unique opportunity to experience an ancient ecosystem along with the tribal cultures that inhabit them. A rugged land of caves, peaks, rivers and forests, Borneo is an irresistible paradise for adventure travelers.Beginning in the old colonial city of Kuching, we head into the interior on our longboat adventure on the Lemanak River. Traveling upriver, we visit the tribal Iban, who have… more |
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Burma - The Road to Mandalay
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Burma - The Road to Mandalay
Rangoon Airport, Burma
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18 Days • from $4,595* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) Burma is a vibrant tapestry of culture, history and geography. A mosaic of ethnic groups, graceful Buddhist monasteries, ancient pagodas and the gently flowing Irrawaddy River welcome travelers to this exotic country. Bordering Thailand, Laos, India and China, Burma (also known as Myanmar) is at the cultural crossroads of Southeast Asia. Our extensive 18-day itinerary has been designed to explore this country’s extraordinary cultural and geographic treasures to the fullest.Beginning in Rangoon (Yangon), we visit the opulent Shwedagon Pagoda ensconced… more |
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Sri Lanka - Highlands, Leopards and Temples
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Sri Lanka - Highlands, Leopards and Temples
Colombo Airport, Sri Lanka
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17 Days • from $4,795* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) Encounter the magic of Sri Lanka — the island nation formerly known as Ceylon is once again open to visitors. Coastlines give way to a cool and rugged mountainous interior. Magnificent archeological sites, ancient kingdoms and forests teeming with wildlife — Sri Lanka promises an adventure packed with diversity, wildlife and culture.ElderTreks’ program to Sri Lanka has been designed to highlight the natural and cultural wonders of this exotic island nation. Explore the national parks, archeological sites, cascading waterfalls and… more |
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Tibet - Mountains and Monasteries on Top of the World
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Tibet - Mountains and Monasteries on Top of the World
Kathmandu Airport, Nepal
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17 Days • from $5,395* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) Prayer flags flutter on wind-swept passes, snow-capped Himalayan peaks touch cobalt skies, plains of green barley and yellow canola shoulder treeless brown slopes and mountain monasteries echo the chants of monks. The sights and sounds of Tibet are fantastic and, for many, magnetic.Kathmandu is our rendezvous point, where we spend a day touring before taking a spectacular Himalayan flight to Lhasa, the capital of Tibet. To help us acclimatize, we leisurely explore Tsedang and the burial site of the ancient… more |
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Silk Road - Journey to Samarkand
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Silk Road - Journey to Samarkand
Islamabad Airport, Pakistan
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24 Days • from $5,995* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) Kashgar, Samarkand and Khiva — ancient Silk Road cities that evoke images of exotic caravans traveling across deserts and over mountains, linking the worlds of east and west. For over 1,000 years, it was the legendary Silk Road that provided adventurers and traders with a route from the mystique and wealth of China to the developing countries of Europe. ElderTreks’ Silk Road journey explores the old trading routes of northern Pakistan, northwestern China, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan.We spend our first week… more |
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Southern India - Journey to the Land's End
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Southern India - Journey to the Land's End
Chennai Airport, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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17 Days • from $6,495* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) Marvel at ancient temples dedicated to Hindu gods and goddesses. Visit national parks, tea factories and cruise backwater canals. Explore southern India’s vast cultural heritage, from British, French, Portuguese and Jewish influences, to the ancient capitals of the Chola and Pallava Kings.Our journey begins in Chennai (Madras), where we visit the Fort Museum housing relics of a by-gone era. We visit several World Heritage sites, including the Shore Temple, constructed around the 7th century, and the Brahadeeswara Temple, with its… more |
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Mt. Kailash and Mt. Everest - Journey to Tibet's Sacred Mountains
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Mt. Kailash and Mt. Everest - Journey to Tibet's Sacred Mountains
Kathmandu Airport, Nepal
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27 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) The spiritual draw of Tibet’s holy mountains has long been the inspiration for millions of Tibetans to make the harsh overland pilgrimage to Mt. Kailash and Mt. Everest. Join our challenging hiking adventure to the rooftop of the world. This trip includes scenic drives on rough roads, long hikes at high elevation and several nights of camping.For Buddhists and Hindus, the circumambulation of Mt. Kailash is said to erase the sins of a lifetime. At 6,714 meters (22,022 ft) high,… more |
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Mongolia - Grasslands, Nomads and the Gobi
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Mongolia - Grasslands, Nomads and the Gobi
Ulaanbaatar Airport, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
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17 Days • from $5,350* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) Grasslands extend to a horizon of cobalt-blue skies, pastel-hued rocks color the Gobi Desert and fast-flowing rivers cut deep canyons in arid steppes in this remote Asian nation land-locked between China and Russia. The people, descendants of Genghis Khan, are an eclectic mix of rugged nomads, Buddhist monks, farmers and merchants. For the truly adventurous, Mongolia holds the promise of an exotic culture rarely visited by travelers.Starting in Ulaanbaatar, the tour uses the capital as a hub to visit the… more |
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Classic India - Wildlife and Ancient Sites
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Classic India - Wildlife and Ancient Sites
Delhi airport, IGI Airport T3 Road, New Delhi, Delhi, India
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18 Days • from $6,395* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) Few countries can match the splendor of India, an ancient culture imbued with exotic traditions. A beautiful land of world-class sites, both natural and man-made, awaits you. From the plains to the rugged Himalayas, India is one of the world’s great travel destinations. Our program highlights the famous sites of the north as well as lesser-known, but equally fascinating sites such as Ranthambhore National Park.In New Delhi, we tour India’s regal capital, then travel to Varanasi to witness the rituals… more |
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China - The Classic Route
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China - The Classic Route
Beijing Airport, China
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18 Days • from $5,195* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) China — 5,000 years of history. That alone is enough to draw most people to the Middle Kingdom.Imagine walking through a grand imperial monument such as the Forbidden City — truly a city within a city. In Xian, see the famed Terra Cotta Warriors, each unique face sculpted to last for eternity. Float down the Yangtze River through the spectacular Three Gorges and in Guilin, see karst limestone peaks surrounded by rice paddies and the Li River. Our Classic Route… more |
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Tunisia - Oasis to Roman Ruins across the Sahara
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Tunisia - Oasis to Roman Ruins across the Sahara
Tunis Airport, Tunis, Tunisia
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16 Days • from $4,395* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) Despite its small size, Tunisia is a country that has played a significant role in world history. Less than 100 miles from Italy, Tunisia’s strategic location on the southern shore of the Mediterranean has inspired the Phoenicians, Romans, Vandals, Arabs, Ottomans and French to locate here.The underground dwellings and sun-baked landscapes led movie director George Lucas to film his science fiction epic Star Wars here, and the well-preserved Roman ruins at El Jem are sure to inspire the hidden archeologist… more |
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Bhutan - Land of The Peaceful Dragon
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Bhutan - Land of The Peaceful Dragon
Kathmandu Airport, Nepal
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18 Days • from $5,895* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) Land of the Peaceful Dragon — if ever there was an intriguing description of a country, this must be it. A land of friendly, devout Buddhists, mountain monasteries and snow-capped 22,000-foot peaks, Bhutan and its neighbors, Darjeeling and Sikkim, are the cultural explorer’s Philosopher’s Stone.Our trip begins with a short flight to the Nepal/India border. From here, we drive to the former hill station of Darjeeling, famous for its tea plantations, temperate climate and the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute. Views of… more |
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Tanzania - Cradle of Life
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Tanzania - Cradle of Life
Kilimanjaro International Airport, Arusha, Tanzania
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16 Days • from $7,295* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) Tanzania, the largest country in east Africa, is home to wildlife, lakes, savannah and mountains. From the Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti, to Mt. Kilimanjaro (the highest mountain in Africa), Tanzania boasts world-renowned sites and adventure.Follow the herds of elephants, lions, rhinos and towering giraffes, as well as millions of wildebeests, zebras and gazelles roaming the savannahs of the Serengeti — truly the quintessential African safari. Enjoy some of the best wildlife experiences in the Serengeti, migration runs right by… more |
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Morocco - Kasbahs, Berbers and the Sahara
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Morocco - Kasbahs, Berbers and the Sahara
Airport, Morocco near Casablanca, Morocco
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18 Days • from $4,395* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) Known to the Arabs as al-Maghreb al-Aqsa, or the farthest land of the setting sun, Morocco stands at the western edge of the Arab and Muslim world. Separated from Europe by just nine miles at the Strait of Gibraltar, Morocco is both a crossroads and a frontier state, as it has been since the 11th century, when it became the gateway for Islam’s most successful advance upon Western Europe.We start in Casablanca and travel to one of Morocco’s greatest charms… more |
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Splendors of Southern Africa - Namibia, Botswana and Zambia
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Splendors of Southern Africa - Namibia, Botswana and Zambia
Windhoek Airport, Namibia
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25 Days • from $9,995* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) Encounter the magic of Southern Africa — superb safaris, massive sand dunes, fascinating tribes, vast deltas and thundering waterfalls. The countries of Namibia, Botswana and Zimbabwe offer incredible diversity and adventure.Beginning in Namibia, meet the fascinating Kalahari Bushmen and the remote Himba and Zemba tribes. The 1,000-foot-high Sossusvlei Dunes will leave you in awe, as will game viewing in Etosha, Namibia’s premier national park.In Botswana, search for elephant herds, rhinos and lions in Chobe National Park. The famous Okavango Delta… more |
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Adriatic Adventure - Slovenia & Croatia, Italy, Bosnia & Montenegro
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Adriatic Adventure - Slovenia & Croatia, Italy, Bosnia & Montenegro
Ljubljana Airport, Slovenia
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21 Days • from $6,695* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) Journey to one of the most diverse regions of Europe — Slovenia and Croatia. Our adventure begins in Ljubljana, the pleasant capital of Slovenia. If you are a nature lover, the diversity of the parks we visit will surely fascinate you: including the world-famous Plitvice and Krka National Parks, with their impressive falls. Breathe the fresh mountain air of the Slovenian Alps and take in the unforgettable blue color of the Adriatic sea.Explore two enormous caves, Postojna and Skocjan (a… more |
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Hidden Treasures of South America - Argentina, Uruguay, Chile and Bolivia
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Hidden Treasures of South America - Argentina, Uruguay, Chile and Bolivia
Buenos Aires Airport, Argentina
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22 Days • from $6,995* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) Visit four South American countries - Argentina, Uruguay, Chile and Bolivia: regions with fascinating indigenous cultures, active volcanos and geysers, sublime landscapes and snow-capped peaks. Walk through numerous pre-Columbian villages and ruins, visit superb wine regions or search for guanaco and vicuna herds roaming the high altiplano.Drive over spectacular Andean passes and trek through remote gorges and valleys - home to estancias (ranches) which bring to life the romanticized images of the hard-working Gauchos - reminiscent of the Wild West… more |
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Patagonia Trekking - To the End of the World
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Patagonia Trekking - To the End of the World
Buenos Aires Airport, Argentina
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16 Days • from $4,995* per room
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) Travel to the end of the world and experience the most stunning panoramas on earth — snow-capped peaks, arid plateaus, crashing glaciers and turquoise lakes are among Patagonia’s greatest natural wonders. Our 16-day adventure travels through one of the planet’s wildest spaces, revealing nature in its primordial splendor.We begin by exploring the sophisticated capital of Buenos Aires, before flying to Calafate. Spend three days in Fitzroy National Park hiking through gorges, alongside glaciers and through forests to reach the famed… more |
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Peru
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Peru
Lima International Airport, Peru
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22 Days • from $5,995* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) Starting in Lima, we begin our adventure with a flight north to the charming, mountain city of Cajamarca. See the ancient Cumbemayo Aqueduct and Inca Baths and continue on to Chiclayo and Trujillo to learn about the ancient Mochica’s Lord of Sipán, one of the most important archaeological discoveries of the last century.Visit the Pyramid of the Moon at Trujillo and the temples of Chan Chan. Travel south to the Paracas Peninsula, where we take a boat to the volcanic… more |
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Antarctic Circle Crossing - Southern Expedition
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Antarctic Circle Crossing - Southern Expedition
Ushuaia Airport - Aeropuerto Malvinas Argentinas, Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego, Argentina
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15 Days • from $12,795* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) Chinstrap penguins — the most numerous penguins in the world. It is estimated that there are 12 to 13 million located on the barren islands of the sub-Antarctic Region and the Antarctic Peninsula. These penguins live and breed in large colonies. They often live on large icebergs on the open ocean. They dive off to catch fish and krill. They are the boldest penguins and are most likely to fight other penguins.A thrill few adventurers experience — crossing the fabled… more |
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Antarctica Classic - Discovering the Antarctic Peninsula
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Antarctica Classic - Discovering the Antarctic Peninsula
Ushuaia Airport - Aeropuerto Malvinas Argentinas, Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego, Argentina
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12 Days • from $4,795* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) THE CLASSIC ANTARCTICA TOUR OFFERS 2 ANTARCTICA ITINERARIES, AN ACTIVE EXPEDITION AND A CLASSIC RELAXED ADVENTURE. ALL DEPARTURES FOLLOW THE SAME ITINERARY, BUT THE ACTIVE TRIPS OFFER MORE THRILLS!ACTIVE ADVENTURES Aboard the Akademik Shokalskiy, The Akademik Sergey Vavilov and the M/S Ocean Nova: Active exploring on the Antarctic Peninsula aboard nimble, ice-strengthened ships with frequent Zodiac landings; specialist presentations and interaction within a close-knit group of adventurers; polar camping, sea kayaking, mountaineering and cross-country skiing options (on selected departures).CLASSIC relaxed… more |
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Antarctica Explorers’ Quest - Falkland Islands, South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula
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Antarctica Explorers’ Quest - Falkland Islands, South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula
Ushuaia Airport, Argentina
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20 Days • from $9,695* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) Aboard the Lyubov Orlova and the Clipper Adventurer: Ice-strengthened expedition ship designed to carry about 120 passengers on a relaxed, comfortable adventure — with regular Zodiac landings; specialist presentations and guidance ashore; an interactive polar arts program on many departures. Our Explorers’ Cruise combines the comfortable Classic Antarctica adventure with visits to the Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) and South Georgia. In the South Shetland Islands, we visit enormous penguin rookeries, land on beaches ruled by Antarctic fur seals and observe… more |
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Standing at the South Pole - The Holy Grail for Polar Explorers
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Standing at the South Pole - The Holy Grail for Polar Explorers
Punta Arenas Airport, Punta Arenas, Chile
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7 Days • from $42,950* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) One of the greatest stories in Antarctic Exploration is that of the race to the Geographic South Pole. The names of explorers like Scott, Amundsen and Shackleton still fascinate and inspire us as we learn of their heroic journeys in search of the Pole.Be among the privileged few to fly from Punta Arenas, Chile to Patriot Hills Camp, the only private camp in Antarctica. Learn rope-handling skills, join the meteorologist for weather observations and track expeditions as they make their… more |
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Arctic Voyage to the North Pole - Arctic
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Arctic Voyage to the North Pole - Arctic
Helsinki Airport, Finland
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14 Days • from $22,690* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) Few places have stirred the hearts and minds of explorers more than the North Pole. At the turn of the last century, voyages of discovery and adventure by sled, balloon, airship and ship set off for the top of the world — and failed. It was not until 1926 that the pole was seen for the first time and 1948 that anyone actually stood there. That is precisely what we hope to do on this historic voyage. Our aim is… more |
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Ancient Greece - Islands, Myths and Legends
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Ancient Greece - Islands, Myths and Legends
Athens Airport, Athens, Greece
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17 Days • from $6,595* per person
Provider: ElderTreks (3 testimonials) Journey into the realm of the Gods…Athena, Apollo, Hercules, Poseidon and the mighty Zeus. Bring the mythology and legends of ancient Greece to life in an epic adventure taking you from the impressive Parthenon in Athens’ Acropolis, to Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic games, to the stunning islands of Tinos, Naxos, Mykonos and Delos. Starting in Athens, we visit a myriad of ancient sites including the Parthenon, the Panathenaic Stadium and the Temple of Poseidon in Cape Sounion. In… more |
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